It’s that time of year again, and along with the Spurs season opener, that means it’s time for the first batch of new HEB product commercials. Of course, they’re missing a few familiar and well-loved faces, but I think you’ll find that the sting is lessened a bit with the return of that lovable rascal Patty Mills, as well as a surprisingly pro performance by Rudy Gay, and of course the HEB debut of new San Antonio star, DeMar DeRozan!
Texas Welcome: Things kick of with the theme of a Texas sized welcome for the former Raptor (local breakfast tacos must be an absolute revelation after nine seasons in Canada), and both size and quantity jokes abound, along with an amusing cameo from the Coyote:
Zen Retreat: After the hefty meal featured in the first commercial, the Spurs decide that it’s time to get zen, with straight man Rudy Gay leading a round of meditation and positive affirmation, followed by steaks.